PEOPLE OPERATIONS ANALYST II

ABOUT US:

Scripps Research is a nonprofit biomedical institute ranked as one of the most influential in the world for its impact on innovation. We are celebrating our 100-year legacy. This significant milestone marks a century of seminal discoveries in immunology, infectious diseases (such as COVID-19, flu, HIV), neuroscience, heart disease, cancer, and more. Located in La Jolla, California, the institute houses six research departments, multiple Nobel laureates, a top-ranked graduate school and a leading postdoctoral training program. We work hand-in-hand with researchers of the Scripps Research Translational Institute and Calibr to merge foundational studies in biology, chemistry and computer science with translational science to produce pioneering drugs and advances in digital and precision medicine. Together, we cultivate new scientific leaders and expand the frontiers of knowledge to deliver medical breakthroughs impacting human health around the globe. If you have a passion for making a difference, this could be your opportunity to join our transformative team.

Celebrating a Century: https://100.scripps.edu/

POSITION TITLE: People Operations Analyst II

POSITION SUMMARY:

The People Operations Analyst II will play a strategic and hands-on role in optimizing and supporting the UKG Human Resources Information System at Scripps Research. This mid-level position is ideal for a professional with 5+ years of HRIS experience who excels at turning complexity into clarity, improving systems, and enabling data-driven decision-making. You will serve as a key liaison between HR, Payroll, and IT, ensuring that our HR technology supports the evolving needs of the organization.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Lead and support system enhancements, configuration changes, and process improvements within the UKG platform.
• Champion the effective use of UKG by identifying optimization opportunities and driving user adoption through training and support.
• Ensure data accuracy, timeliness, and security across all HRIS modules, supporting payroll, compliance, and workforce planning.
• Act as a subject matter expert and escalation point for HRIS-related inquiries, providing Tier 2 support through the ticketing system.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Human Resources, Payroll, and IT to align system capabilities with organizational goals.
• Design, build, and maintain reports and dashboards to support strategic HR initiatives and leadership decision-making.
• Participate in system testing, upgrades, and implementation of new features or modules.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of system configurations, workflows, and procedures.
• Details of established essential functions for this position will be addressed/discussed during the interview process.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in HRIS administration and reporting; UKG and/or Workday experience strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to manage and improve HRIS processes and workflows.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Microsoft Excel and reporting tools.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across departments.
• Strategic thinker with a proactive mindset and a strong sense of ownership.
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and making informed decisions with limited data.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
• This is an on-campus position requiring 4 days per week working onsite from our La Jolla campus.

COMPENSATION:

The expected hiring range for this position is $85,900 to $95,000/annually, commensurate with experience. Consideration will be given to experience that exceeds the listed requirements.

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS INCLUDE:

• Employer Contributed Retirement Plan - Depending on eligibility, employees receive an employer contributed retirement plan (no employee contribution required) and the option to contribute to a 403(b) (which is similar to a 401(k) using your own pre or post-tax dollars)
• Full Suite of Health and Welfare plans including three medical plan options (including an HSA available option), dental, vision, life insurance, disability, EAP and more
• Access to Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical/Dependent Care)
• Competitive vacation and sick leave policies
• Free, on-site parking

The above statements describe the level of work performed and expected in general terms. The statements are not intended to list all the responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of employees so classified, and the content herein is subject to change due to the business needs of Scripps Research, with or without notice. Furthermore, nothing in this job description shall be interpreted to be in conflict with or to eliminate or modify in any way the employment-at-will status of Scripps Research staff.

EEO Statement:

The Scripps Research Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We promote diversity of thought, culture, and background in the fields of science. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic or status.